Psychologist - Primary Care

Company: UCHealth
Location: Fort Collins
Posted on: May 7, 2020

Job Description:

UCHealth is hiring behavioral health clinicians to work in each of our primary care clinics in the North region to include: Longmont, Ft. Collins, Greeley, Loveland and the surrounding areas. This is part of our new Behavioral Health Integration Plan.Summary:Provides therapeutic evaluation and treatment of patients with psychological disorders.Work Schedule: Full Time DaysResponsibilities:Assesses a patient's psychological status and provides appropriate interventions and treatments such as relapse prevention for addictive behaviors and coping skills for stress management.Collaborates with nursing and ancillary services to provide appropriate psychological therapy for patients. Refers patients to other disciplines for consult and evaluation as indicated.Provides psychological expertise and education to a multidisciplinary team of professionals. Acts as resource to other disciplines on patient problems related to depression, anxiety, stress and behavior modification.Develops and provides educational resources to the community that may include public speaking events, news releases and other forms of publications.Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.Requirements:Minimum Required Education: Doctoral degree in Psychology.Required Licensure/Certification: State licensure as a Psychologist.At UCHealth, we do things differentlyWe believe in something different: a focus on the individuality of every person. In big ways and small, we exist to improve the extraordinary lives of all those we serve. As Colorados largest and most innovative health care system, we as a team deliver on the commitment to provide the best possible experience for our patients and their families. We foster a true human connection and give people the freedom to live extraordinary lives. A career at UCHealth is more than a job, its a passion.Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent, integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for individuals who recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is ever-changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is easy. We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can find the extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At UCHealth, well do everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a meaningful career. Theres no limits to your potential here.Be Extraordinary. Join Us Today!UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individuals race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.IND123#GD1

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